Culinary Enrichment Instructor Opportunities

Concorde Education • Torrance, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Concorde Education is seeking culinary professionals, educators, and experienced cooking enthusiasts to lead hands-on Cooking and Culinary Arts programs as independent contractors. These programs aim to provide students with practical kitchen skills while exploring food, nutrition, creativity, and diverse culinary traditions. Instructors will guide students through age-appropriate activities designed to make cooking approachable, educational, and enjoyable. The availability of assignments, schedules, student age groups, facilities, and program content will vary by school.

Requirements

• At least 60 completed college credits or an Associate degree completed or currently in progress.
• Relevant cooking, baking, culinary, food-service, or food-preparation experience.
• Previous experience working with children or teenagers in an educational, recreational, camp, coaching, tutoring, or enrichment environment.
• Strong communication and group-management skills.
• The ability to supervise hands-on activities safely and effectively.
• A dependable, organized, and professional approach to instructional assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Professional culinary or restaurant experience.
• Formal culinary training.
• Youth teaching experience.
• Food-safety credentials such as ServSafe.
• Enjoy helping young people build confidence and practical skills through hands-on learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead interactive culinary activities using provided or approved program materials.
• Supervise students during hands-on food preparation.
• Maintain an organized and supportive instructional environment.
• Adjust activities based on student age, experience, facilities, and available equipment.
• Follow applicable school procedures, allergy guidelines, and food-safety requirements.
• Communicate professionally with program contacts.
• Maintain attendance records.
• Complete required assignment documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree